61761 — Normal, IL Home Values
Typical home value $269,666 as of June 2026 · 6th of 22 in Bloomington, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61761, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61761 compares in the Bloomington, IL area
ZIP code 61761 (Normal, IL) has a typical home value of $269,666 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 22 ZIP codes tracked in the Bloomington, IL area, more expensive than about 77% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -0.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +29.7%, from $207,995 in June 2021 to $269,666 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 16× the annual rent ($1,403/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Bloomington, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Bloomington.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61761 has a population of 53,404, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 75.4% White, 12.5% Black or African American, 6% Hispanic or Latino, 3.9% Asian, 1.9% two or more races, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Central Illinois Bridge Academy | 2000 Jacobssen Dr, Normal, IL | 0.6 mi |
| Prairieland Elementary School | 1300 E Raab Rd, Normal, IL | 1.1 mi |
| Grove Elementary School | 1101 Airport Rd, Normal, IL | 1.1 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 61761?
$269,666 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61761 an expensive ZIP code in the Bloomington, IL area?
61761 ranks 6th of 22 ZIP codes in the Bloomington, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 77% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61761 changed over the past year?
-0.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 61761?
The typical home price is 16× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,403/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 61761?
53,404, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61761?
Central Illinois Bridge Academy (0.6 mi), Prairieland Elementary School (1.1 mi), Grove Elementary School (1.1 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 61761?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Bloomington, IL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.